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Reserve your smoked Thanksgiving Turkey

10/14 Update: Almost Sold Out

Hours
Every Day

7 am

‘til

9 pm

or sold out

(8pm on Sunday)
Closed Thanksgiving
& Christmas
Salinas City BBQ
Address

700

W. Market St.

Salinas, CA


93901

Hauntingly Delightful

Our meaty beef rib specials are eerily good—available from October 31st to November 3rd.

💀Thriller Filler – $65 (Feeds 2-3) 1 Rack of Meaty Beef Back Ribs, Choice of 2 Pints of Sides, and a 1/2 Loaf of Garlic Bread

💀Meat Monster – $115 (Feeds 5-6) 2 Racks of Meaty Beef Back Ribs, Choice of 3 Pints of Sides, and a Loaf of Garlic Bread

💀The Lone Goblin – $26 (Feeds 1 Goblin) 3 Meaty Beef Back Ribs, Choice of 2 Sides, and Bread

Reserve your bird

Mark your calendars and get ready to gobble—our Smoked Thanksgiving turkeys go on sale Saturday, October 5th! These honey-brined, slow-smoked, all-natural birds fly off the shelves fast, so snag yours before they disappear. Don’t say we didn’t warn you!

$125 each, avg. 14 lbs.

Holiday Hams

Smoked, Glazed, and Ready for the Holidays

Our Holiday Ham is back—slow-smoked with a rich mustard molasses glaze and just the right touch of orange, honey, and cloves. It’s the kind of ham that makes the holidays feel right. Swing by to pick it up anytime between 12/10 and 12/24. It’s $90, and we’ve only got a limited batch, so once we’re out, that’s it.  Pre-orders open on November 1st.

Friends, Family, and BBQ Make the Best Holidays

Bring your crew together this season with one of our Holiday Party Packs. These spreads are loaded with all the BBQ goodness you love—smoked meats, homemade sides, and that unmistakable flavor that makes every gathering special. Whether it’s a small get-together or a full-blown holiday celebration, we’ve got the food covered so you can enjoy the company. Let us take care of the cooking this season!

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Breakfast every day, 7am-11am

We’re dishin’ out breakfast tacos and sandwiches that’ll warm your heart and fill your belly, seven days a week. It’s the kind of breakfast that feels like home. So come on in, settle down, and let us serve you a breakfast that’s as cozy and inviting as a sunrise over our BBQ pit.

Real Smoke BBQ

FUNDRAISING WITH BBQ

Throughout the year we partner with local schools, clubs, youth sports teams, and PTAs to help give back to our community. Fundraisers are easy to set up, fun to attend, and stocked with delicious BBQ for everyone to enjoy.

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Introducing Real Smoked Rewards

Award winning BBQ with perks, what’s not to love? Surprise birthday gifts, first dibs on holiday preorders, smokin’ deals and so much more.

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It’s another great day to be together

When the beer is cold and the pits are hot, people tend to gather. That’s a truth as old as time, and one that’s near and dear to our hearts. Grab a friend, a beer, and a seat, and join us in celebrating the power of fire and time in the most authentic way possible.

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Delicious! Smells amazing...The brisket melts in your mouth and the original BBQ sauce is SOOOO good !

Jeanette M.

April 23'

Awesome Authentic Barbeque! This is a great find here in Salinas, will definitely be coming back for the slow cooked brisket again.

Frank P.

March 23'

The bbq was excellent, and the service was warm and welcoming... I am confident that this one is among the best.

Mr. Juan D.

May 23'

The combo had me happier than a pig in you-know-what. Nearby my partner-in-crime gnawed on his pork ribs and, between bites, exclaimed how juicy and succulent they were. I had to rip a rib out of his hands to try a bite before they were gone.

Monterey County Weekly

Food Critic

The best smokehouse in Salinas, no question!

Susan C.

Really the best for our wedding. Easy buffet style. Minimal cost and great quality food. Plus my now husband really wanted to see me eat some ribs in my wedding dress. Haha. Even as the bride I went back for seconds.

Theresa B

Eater

Awards & Best Of's

"Best BBQ" - Best of Monterey County, 15', 16', 18', 20', 21'

"Best BBQ" - Readers Choice, 18', 19', 20'

"Employer of the year award" - Countey of Monterey 2015

Special Congressional Recongnition for Supporting the Monterey County Disabilities Community